The Best Is Yet to Come: Faith, Family, and Life After a Diagnosis with Eric Stranghoener

Eric Stranghoener shares his incredible journey of faith, family, and a life-changing cancer diagnosis. Eric talks about how his faith helped him find strength during one of the toughest times of his life and how patience became a powerful lesson. He also looks back on the joy found in everyday moments, even through hardship, and what it means to lead with optimism in the face of adversity. Tune in to hear how Eric’s experiences shaped his outlook and deepened his connection to the people and values that matter most.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - The Inspiring Start: Why This Episode Will Leave You Changed
• 00:01:07 - Meet Eric Stranghoener: The Man Behind an Extraordinary Journey
• 00:03:27 - A Surprising Origin Story: The Roots of Eric’s Unshakeable Faith
• 00:04:29 - Faith, Family, and a Remarkable Foundation: Discover Eric’s Pillars
• 00:09:02 - A Life-Altering Diagnosis: How One Moment Shifted Everything
• 00:15:54 - Lessons from the Storm: Uncovering Strength in Adversity
• 00:20:45 - The Power of Patience: A Gift Found in Unexpected Places
• 00:28:12 - A Father's Joy: The Moment That Made All the Struggles Worth It
• 00:32:36 - Joy in the Journey: How to Find Happiness Amid Life’s Challenges
• 00:36:18 - Faith on the Field: Coaching Lessons That Transcend Sports
• 00:40:23 - Closing Reflections: Gratitude, Purpose, and What Comes Next

Links and Resources

• Eric on LinkedIn
• RubinBrown

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